Brunswick County Schools and Pender County Schools releasing early Friday due to storm threat

Teachers across the state are implementing new policies after the passing of Senate Bill 49 or the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights.”
Teachers across the state are implementing new policies after the passing of Senate Bill 49 or the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights.”
Teachers across the state are implementing new policies after the passing of Senate Bill 49 or the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights.”

CAPE FEAR REGION, NC (WWAY) — Students in Brunswick County will be getting out early on Friday.

Officials say the schools will operate on an early release Friday for staff and students due to the threat of inclement weather from a coastal storm.

High schools are letting out at 11:45 a.m.; middle schools release at 12:00 p.m.; and elementary schools are closing at 12:45 p.m.

All Friday afterschool activities are canceled.

All afterschool activities for Thursday are still on schedule.

Pender County Schools will also operate on an early release schedule on Friday.

The early release schedule for PCS can be viewed here.

In a statement, Pender County Schools said in part, “The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and the broader public are our top priorities. Our district is in close coordination with local authorities and meteorological experts to stay informed and prepared for any potential impact.”

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